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The cheapest and fastest trains from Osaka to Niigata

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 21 Sept

Cheapest price on 21 Sept

$156

Average ticket price on 21 Sept

$167

Fastest journey on 21 Sept

4 h 8 m

Average journey duration on 21 Sept

4 h 21 m

Trains on 21 Sept

139

Distance

476 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Osaka to Niigata is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Osaka to Niigata will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $156.

Fast trains

To travel from Osaka to Niigata you need to make at least one change.

Hikari 714+Toki 339
3:48 PM5h11
Shin-Osaka Station
8:59 PMNiigata
$1561One-way
1 change
Hikari 654+Toki 335
2:18 PM5h13
Shin-Osaka Station
7:31 PMNiigata
$1561One-way
1 change
Hikari 652+Toki 331
1:18 PM5h24
Shin-Osaka Station
6:42 PMNiigata
$1561One-way
1 change
Hikari 640+Toki 69
7:36 AM5h42
Shin-Osaka Station
1:18 PMNiigata
$1561One-way
1 change
Hikari 642+Toki 319
8:19 AM5h24
Shin-Osaka Station
1:43 PMNiigata
$1561One-way
1 change

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Compare coach and flight for Osaka to Niigata

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Osaka to Niigata among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of $93 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $93, while a flight costs an average of $414.

Distance: 476 km

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$414 Average Price	$93 Average Price Cheapest
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	11h 2m Average total duration 10h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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Live departures

Osaka to Niigata train times

The table below shows live departures for Osaka to Niigata trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Nozomi 230+Toki 309	6:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h06	11:06 AM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 634+Toki 313	6:11 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h18	11:29 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 232+Toki 309	6:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h51	11:06 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 232+Toki 311	6:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h26	10:41 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 66+Toki 311	6:24 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h17	10:41 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 66+Toki 313	6:24 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h05	11:29 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 68+Toki 311	6:33 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h08	10:41 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 68+Toki 313	6:33 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h56	11:29 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 308+Toki 313	6:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h50	11:29 AM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 636+Toki 63	6:42 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h10	11:52 AM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 636+Toki 315	6:42 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h35	12:17 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 70+Toki 313	6:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h38	11:29 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 70+Toki 63	6:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h01	11:52 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 234+Toki 63	6:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h55	11:52 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 72+Toki 63	7:09 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h43	11:52 AM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 236+Toki 315	7:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h02	12:17 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 638+Toki 317	7:18 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h14	12:32 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 74+Toki 315	7:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h47	12:17 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 640+Toki 69	7:36 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h42	1:18 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 238+Toki 315	7:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h38	12:17 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 238+Toki 317	7:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h53	12:32 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 240+Toki 317	7:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h47	12:32 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 322+Toki 317	7:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h41	12:32 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 76+Toki 317	7:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h35	12:32 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 242+Toki 317	8:06 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h26	12:32 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 78+Toki 69	8:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h03	1:18 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 642+Toki 319	8:19 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h24	1:43 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 328+Toki 69	8:22 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h56	1:18 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 330+Toki 69	8:24 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h54	1:18 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 2+Toki 69	8:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h48	1:18 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 244+Toki 319	8:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h04	1:43 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 244+Toki 69	8:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h39	1:18 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 80+Toki 319	8:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h58	1:43 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 334+Toki 319	8:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h52	1:43 PM Niigata	1 change
Kodama 812+Toki 77	8:54 AM Shin-Osaka Station	6h22	3:16 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 82+Toki 319	8:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h46	1:43 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 336+Toki 319	9:00 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h43	1:43 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 644+Toki 321	9:18 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h24	2:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 86+Toki 321	9:33 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h09	2:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 344+Toki 321	9:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h03	2:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 6+Toki 321	9:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h57	2:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 702+Toki 77	9:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h28	3:16 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 346+Toki 321	9:51 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h51	2:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Kodama 816+Toki 81	9:54 AM Shin-Osaka Station	6h21	4:15 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 88+Toki 321	9:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h45	2:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 118+Toki 77	10:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h01	3:16 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 646+Toki 323	10:18 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h24	3:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 352+Toki 77	10:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h55	3:16 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 10+Toki 77	10:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h46	3:16 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 122+Toki 323	10:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h03	3:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 122+Toki 77	10:39 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h37	3:16 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 12+Toki 323	10:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h57	3:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 704+Toki 81	10:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h27	4:15 PM Niigata	1 change
Kodama 820+Toki 35	10:54 AM Shin-Osaka Station	6h09	5:03 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 124+Toki 323	10:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h45	3:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 250+Toki 81	11:15 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h00	4:15 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 648+Toki 325	11:18 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h24	4:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 368+Toki 81	11:21 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h54	4:15 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 90+Toki 81	11:30 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h45	4:15 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 128+Toki 81	11:33 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h42	4:15 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 128+Toki 325	11:33 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h09	4:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 16+Toki 325	11:45 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h57	4:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 706+Toki 35	11:48 AM Shin-Osaka Station	5h15	5:03 PM Niigata	1 change
Kodama 824+Toki 329	11:54 AM Shin-Osaka Station	6h19	6:13 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 132+Toki 325	11:57 AM Shin-Osaka Station	4h45	4:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 252+Toki 35	12:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h48	5:03 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 650+Toki 327	12:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h24	5:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 384+Toki 35	12:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h42	5:03 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 92+Toki 35	12:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h33	5:03 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 136+Toki 35	12:33 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h30	5:03 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 136+Toki 327	12:33 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h09	5:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 20+Toki 327	12:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h57	5:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 708+Toki 329	12:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h25	6:13 PM Niigata	1 change
Kodama 828+Toki 333	12:54 PM Shin-Osaka Station	6h03	6:57 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 394+Toki 327	12:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h45	5:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 254+Toki 329	1:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h58	6:13 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 652+Toki 331	1:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h24	6:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 400+Toki 329	1:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h52	6:13 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 94+Toki 329	1:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h43	6:13 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 144+Toki 329	1:33 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h40	6:13 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 144+Toki 331	1:33 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h09	6:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 406+Toki 331	1:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h03	6:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 406+Toki 329	1:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h34	6:13 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 24+Toki 331	1:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h57	6:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 710+Toki 333	1:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h09	6:57 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 408+Toki 331	1:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h51	6:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Kodama 832+Toki 337	1:54 PM Shin-Osaka Station	6h13	8:07 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 410+Toki 331	1:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h45	6:42 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 26+Toki 333	2:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h51	6:57 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 256+Toki 333	2:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h42	6:57 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 654+Toki 335	2:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h13	7:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 416+Toki 333	2:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h36	6:57 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 96+Toki 335	2:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h01	7:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 96+Toki 333	2:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h27	6:57 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 154+Toki 335	2:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h52	7:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 28+Toki 335	2:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h46	7:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 712+Toki 337	2:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h19	8:07 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 426+Toki 335	2:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h40	7:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 428+Toki 335	2:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h34	7:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 430+Toki 337	3:09 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h58	8:07 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 158+Toki 337	3:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h52	8:07 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 434+Toki 337	3:24 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h43	8:07 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 98+Toki 337	3:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h37	8:07 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 160+Toki 337	3:33 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h34	8:07 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 32+Toki 339	3:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h14	8:59 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 714+Toki 339	3:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h11	8:59 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 440+Toki 339	3:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h08	8:59 PM Niigata	1 change
Kodama 840+Toki 343	3:54 PM Shin-Osaka Station	6h37	10:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 264+Toki 339	4:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h59	8:59 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 34+Toki 339	4:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h53	8:59 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 444+Toki 339	4:09 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h50	8:59 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 658+Toki 341	4:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h18	9:36 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 170+Toki 341	4:33 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h03	9:36 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 172+Toki 341	4:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h57	9:36 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 36+Toki 341	4:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h51	9:36 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 456+Toki 341	4:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h45	9:36 PM Niigata	1 change
Kodama 844+Toki 347	4:54 PM Shin-Osaka Station	6h31	11:25 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 176+Toki 341	4:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h39	9:36 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 268+Toki 341	5:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h36	9:36 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 660+Toki 343	5:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h13	10:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 462+Toki 343	5:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h10	10:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 40+Toki 343	5:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h01	10:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 180+Toki 343	5:33 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h58	10:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 102+Toki 343	5:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h52	10:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 42+Toki 345	5:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h10	10:55 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 42+Toki 343	5:45 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h46	10:31 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 718+Toki 345	5:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h07	10:55 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 718+Toki 347	5:48 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h37	11:25 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 470+Toki 345	5:51 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h04	10:55 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 182+Toki 345	5:57 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h58	10:55 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 272+Toki 345	6:00 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h55	10:55 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 44+Toki 345	6:06 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h49	10:55 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 474+Toki 345	6:09 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h46	10:55 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 184+Toki 347	6:15 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h10	11:25 PM Niigata	1 change
Hikari 662+Toki 347	6:18 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h07	11:25 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 476+Toki 347	6:21 PM Shin-Osaka Station	5h04	11:25 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 46+Toki 347	6:30 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h55	11:25 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 186+Toki 347	6:33 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h52	11:25 PM Niigata	1 change
Nozomi 104+Toki 347	6:39 PM Shin-Osaka Station	4h46	11:25 PM Niigata	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Osaka to Niigata

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Take a train from Osaka to Niigata and enjoy the approximately 476 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 22:51.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

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Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from $75

Distance

476 km

First train

5:51 AM

Last train

10:51 PM

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from $75

FAQs: Osaka to Niigata train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Osaka to Niigata by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Niigata, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The earliest train from Osaka to Niigata leaves at 5:51 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Osaka to Niigata leaves at 10:51 pm.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Osaka and Niigata including taking a coach and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Osaka and Niigata

Most Osaka to Niigata trains use the Shin-Osaka Station to Niigata Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Osaka and Niigata train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Osaka

Arrival train stations in Niigata

Which Osaka station do trains to Niigata leave from?

Trains from Osaka to Niigata leave from Shin-Osaka Station. The station is 4 km from Osaka city centre at 5-16-1 Nishi-nakajima, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka.

Shin-Osaka Station5-16-1 Nishi-nakajima, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Shin-Osaka Station from Osaka city centre

Shin-Osaka Station is 4 km from Osaka city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainA: JR Kyōto Line Local, A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid, A: Special Rapid Service, HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express, Rakuraku Biwako, Konotori, Kuroshio, Rakuraku Harima, Super Hakuto, Thunderbird, Direct Rapid Service · 4m · $1 · every ~4 min

Bus9m · $24

SubwayMidosuji · 8m · $1 · every ~35 min

Shin-Osaka Station train station facilities and services

Shin-Osaka Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Eki Marche Shin-Osaka offers a variety of dining options, including local delicacies like takoyaki and bento boxes.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is generally reliable inside the Shinkansen ticketed area and in cafés. ATMs are seven Bank (inside Book Studio), Sumitomo Mitsui Bank (06:30-23:00), MUFG Bank (06:30-23:00).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Shin-Osaka Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Shin-Osaka Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Shin-Osaka Station: Elevators and escalators are available; barrier-free access is provided.

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